John Flavel was an English Presbyterian clergyman and Puritan author whose writings delve deeply into theological matters with a pastoral heart. His work focuses on the practical aspects of Christian living and spiritual growth, resonating with a broad audience seeking solace and guidance. Flavel's style is characterized by its clarity and urgency, emphasizing the application of biblical principles to everyday life. His writings reflect his experience as a minister and leader, offering readers encouragement and practical advice for their faith journey.
The author shares personal experiences and insights aimed at healing rather than exacerbating struggles. Drawing from their own challenges, the chapters offer practical wisdom and advice that have been tested through trial and error. The intent is to provide genuine support and understanding, making the content relatable and applicable for readers facing their own difficulties.
John Flavel shows Christ as our fountain of true joy: secured for his people by his humiliation and his exaltation. By humiliation, Flavel means the incarnation - Christ's birth, ministry, and death - by exaltation he means the four stages of resurrection, ascension, intercession, and His return in judgment. Flavel shows this twofold act (humiliation and exaltation) is the foundation of our joy because through them Christ has removed our debt and secured our inheritance. 'The believer knows,' says Flavel, 'that however sweet his communion with Christ is in this world, yet that communion he will have with Christ in heaven will far excel it.' Table of Contents:Christ's HumiliationA Humble LifeA Prayer of CommendationA Commemorative SignChrist's AgonyThe Nature of Christ's DeathA Lonely DeathA Lowly DeathA Prayer for ForgivenessA Promise of SalvationA Cry of ForsakennessA Cry of AnguishThe Completion of Christ's WorkChrist's BurialThe Blessed Ends of Christ'sHumiliationChrist's ExaltationChrist's ResurrectionChrist's AscensionChrist's Present SessionChrist's Triumphant Return
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To some degree, everyone experiences fear. It impacts the decisions we make and leaves us feeling helpless. John Flavel begins this book by examining various fears and discussing general ways God governs it in this world. He then turns to sinful fear in particular, explaining its causes and disastrous effects. His longest chapter discusses rules for dealing with sinful fear, showing how a proper fear of God is the ultimate remedy for all other fears. This practical book will help you avoid making excuses for sinful fear and encourage you to trust in Christ¿s commitment to settle His people¿s feeble and trembling hearts.
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